What is the cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Salford Quays?

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Salford Quays is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Altrincham to Salford Quays?

The fastest way to get from Altrincham to Salford Quays is to tram which takes 17 min and costs £2 - £4.

Is there a direct bus between Altrincham and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct bus from Altrincham to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Altrincham Interchange and arriving at The Lowry via Trafford Bar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Salford Quays?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Altrincham and arriving at Trafford Bar. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Altrincham to Salford Quays?

The distance between Altrincham and Salford Quays is 6 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

How do I travel from Altrincham to Salford Quays without a car?

The best way to get from Altrincham to Salford Quays without a car is to tram which takes 17 min and costs £2 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Altrincham to Salford Quays?

The tram from Altrincham to Trafford Bar takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Salford Quays bus from?

Altrincham to Salford Quays bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Altrincham Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Salford Quays train from?

Altrincham to Salford Quays train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Altrincham station.

Where does the Altrincham to Salford Quays bus arrive?

Altrincham to Salford Quays bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Trafford Bar station.

Where does the Altrincham to Salford Quays train arrive?

Altrincham to Salford Quays train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Trafford Bar station.

Can I drive from Altrincham to Salford Quays?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham to Salford Quays is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Altrincham to Salford Quays.

Where can I stay near Salford Quays?

There are 3657+ hotels available in Salford Quays.

Altrincham to Salford Quays - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 263 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Altrincham to Salford Quays by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Trafford Bartram Purple Line / ...
17 min
£2–4
Line 263 bus
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Trafford Barbus 263
55 min
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altrincham to Salford Quaystaxi 7.8 mi
17 min
£19–24
Drive 7.8 mi
1. Drive from Altrincham to Salford Quayscar 7.8 mi
17 min
£2–3
Tram, line 53 bus
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Trafford Bartram Purple Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Trafford Bar to The Lowrybus 53
36 min
£5–6

Altrincham to Salford Quays by bus

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Distance: 5.9 mi
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Altrincham, England and Salford Quays, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Altrincham to Trafford Bar every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Altrincham Interchange to Trafford Bar every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 36 min.

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